texSCALE

Creating a circular textile industry is a collaborative effort. That is why we formed a collective initiative with different Scandinavian actors in the textile value chain. Together we aim, with funding from the Swedish Energy Agency, to increase the resource-efficient use of textiles by bridging the gap between pilot- and industry-scale nonwoven production.

BACKGROUND

Approximately 9 million tons of textile waste in Europe are incinerated or landfilled annually. This growing environmental challenge is driving the textile industry to adapt, especially as new regulations on waste management, corporate responsibility, and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions take effect. To stay ahead of these changes, this project aims to lead the way in textile recycling by scaling up efforts and driving systemic change across the industry.

CHALLENGE

Enhancing resource efficiency requires challenging the traditional, linear mindset of the textile industry. This project targets the efficient use of complex textile waste streams and the growing accumulation of post-consumer textiles. We must foster increased collaboration and rethink our current approaches to tackle these problematic material streams.

SOLUTION

This project seeks to enhance the resource-efficient use of textiles and bridge the gap between pilot-scale and industry-scale nonwoven production. It focuses on three key areas: Developing sustainable materials and products. Optimising logistics with sustainability assessments. Empowering the industry to transition towards a circular economy.

RESULT

TexScale adopts a pragmatic, hands-on approach to textile recycling by conducting technical validation through demonstration projects and fostering discussions on industry challenges and opportunities. The primary goal is to enhance resource efficiency in textiles and drive the transformation of the textile industry.

WHY NONWOVEN?

Nonwoven is a sustainable solution for textile waste management.

Nonwoven technology offers an energy-efficient and versatile alternative for managing textile waste. It is less sensitive to fibre quality and can process even the most complex textile waste streams. By integrating various techniques, this approach enables the creation of new materials from secondary textile raw materials suitable for various applications.

NEWS

Ready for the Future of Textiles and the New Waste Framework Directive!

On January 1st, 2025, the Waste Framework Directive will be enforced, meaning that all EU member states will be directed to collect textiles separately. But what does the separate collection of textiles mean for your company?

On November 20th, from 12:05 to 12:55pm, TexScale is hosting a lunch webinar (in Swedish) with Ulrika Simonsson from TEKO. She will take you through the information and updates about the separate collection of textiles, give a status on the Ecodesign and Green Claims directives, what this means for SMEs in Sweden, and give tips and tricks on how to prepare for January 1st.

Register now to secure your spot in the seminar and get access to tips, and the latest developments that will help your business thrive under the new regulations.